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I had a charlie horse in my leg 2 days ago... i just noticed my leg is sore & swollen... what could it be please thank you?

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Get an evaluation : Maybe you have a DVT in your calf. You ahoy find that out.

Answered 7/21/2014

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